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  • AI 2.0: Image Creation and Digital Citizenship in the AI World

    Fri. April 4, 2025 | 9:00 am - 2:00 pm | $40
    ROE 28: Bureau/Henry/Stark 107 S State St, Atkinson, Illinois, USA

    In this hands-on workshop, teachers of all grade levels will explore the use of AI for image creation and discuss the importance of digital citizenship in this new era of AI-generated content. Participants will learn how to use AI tools to create engaging and educational content for their students, while also developing strategies for teaching students how to navigate the ethical and responsible use of AI.

    Ben Sondgeroth
    Ben Sondgeroth
    Lead Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | Northern Illinois, Learning Technology Center

    ROE 28 CS Roundtable

    Mon. April 7, 2025 | 11:30 am - 3:00 pm | Free
    ROE 28: Bureau/Henry/Stark 107 S State St, Atkinson, Illinois, USA

    Leaders and teachers from ROE 28 school districts will come together to discuss current CS programs and explore opportunities for support.

    Sarah Phelps
    Sarah Phelps
    Director, Computer Science and STEM, Learning Technology Center

    Getting Started with AI | Special Education Edition

    Tue. April 8, 2025 | 8:30 am - 10:30 am | Free
    Online IL, United States

    This introductory workshop is designed to empower special education teachers, new to AI, with the essential skills to address their unique classroom challenges and reduce workload.

    Emily Flach
    Emily Flach
    Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | Southern Region, Learning Technology Center

    Celebrate National Poetry Month with Code.org Code with Poetry

    Thu. April 10, 2025 | 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm | Free
    Online IL, United States

    April is National Poetry Month! Join us for a virtual workshop to learn how Code.org's Code with Poetry unit can engage students with computer science concepts in your ELA class! Participants will have the opportunity to experience the Code with Poetry lesson, learn how to access all the teacher resources to support implementation, explore the dashboard, and learn more about the other CS Connections units that support meaningful integration of CS in the content areas. This resource is a great fit for students in grades 3-8th grade.

    Sarah Phelps
    Sarah Phelps
    Director, Computer Science and STEM, Learning Technology Center

    Canva: Your Launchpad for Creative Learning

    Wed. April 16, 2025 | 11:30 am - 2:30 pm | $25
    U of I Extension Office, Carmi 1715 College Ave, Carmi, IL, United States

    Tired of the same old teaching routines? Blast boredom our of your classroom with Canva, which can help you and your students embark on a creative journey towards impactful learning.

    Emily Flach
    Emily Flach
    Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | Southern Region, Learning Technology Center

    Infusing Technology in the ELA Classroom

    Thu. April 24, 2025 | 9:00 am - 2:00 pm | $40
    McHenry County Community Foundation 33 E. Woodstock St, Crystal Lake, IL, United States

    Specifically for ELA Teachers, this workshop will address meaningful, productive, creative, and content-specific uses of technology in the classroom. We will focus on a multitude of tools and resources that can transform learning in ELA classrooms by effectively leveraging technology. From transforming presentations to add-ons and extensions that extend the capabilities of writing, participants will walk away from this session with the skills and knowledge needed to thoughtfully integrate technology into their ELA classroom.

    Ben Sondgeroth
    Ben Sondgeroth
    Lead Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | Northern Illinois, Learning Technology Center

    Work Smarter, Not Harder: AI Tools for Administrative Assistants

    Thu. April 24, 2025 | 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm | Free
    Online IL, United States

    Discover how artificial intelligence can streamline your communication, automate tedious tasks, and enhance your overall efficiency. Learn to leverage AI tools for managing emails, drafting documents, updating school communication systems, and even bridging language barriers. This workshop will equip you with the skills and knowledge to embrace AI technology and transform your daily routines.

    Emily Flach
    Emily Flach
    Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | Southern Region, Learning Technology Center

    Applying Canva in your Classroom

    Thu. April 24, 2025 | 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm | Free
    Online IL, United States

    Are you familiar with the basics of Canva and want to learn more? Discover how Canva can transform your teaching and engage your students! This hands-on session will guide you through using Canva’s Presentation tool, the Whiteboard, and Docs for lesson plans and student collaboration.

    Lisa Schwartz
    Lisa Schwartz
    Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | West Central Region, Learning Technology Center

    AI: The School Secretary’s Assistant

    Fri. April 25, 2025 | 10:00 am - 12:00 pm | Free
    ROE 3: Bond/Christian/Effingham/Fayette/Montgomery 1500 W Jefferson St, Vandalia, Illinois, USA

    Discover how artificial intelligence can streamline your communication, automate tedious tasks, and enhance your overall efficiency. Learn to leverage AI tools for managing emails, drafting documents, updating school communication systems, and even bridging language barriers. This workshop will equip you with the skills and knowledge to embrace AI technology and transform your daily routines.

    Emily Flach
    Emily Flach
    Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | Southern Region, Learning Technology Center

    Declutter Your Digital Life

    Mon. April 28, 2025 | 9:00 am - 11:30 am | Free
    ROE 13: Clinton/Jefferson/Marion/Washington 1710 Broadway St, Mount Vernon, IL

    Join us to discover a tech-forward way to work smarter and increase your efficiency - no matter what your day throws at you!

    Emily Flach
    Emily Flach
    Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | Southern Region, Learning Technology Center

    Hey Google! Help Me Design Creative Lessons!

    Mon. April 28, 2025 | 9:00 am - 2:00 pm | $40
    ROE 28: Bureau/Henry/Stark 107 S State St, Atkinson, Illinois, USA

    In this session, we'll focus on how you can create interactive assignments and collaborative projects using Google Docs, Sheets, Slides, and Drawings. Along the way, we'll also highlight practical strategies you can use to elevate technology use in your classroom, starting within the familiar Google ecosystem.

    Ben Sondgeroth
    Ben Sondgeroth
    Lead Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | Northern Illinois, Learning Technology Center

    Canva: Your Launchpad for Creative Learning

    Wed. April 30, 2025 | 8:30 am - 11:00 am | Free
    ROE 30: Administrative Center 101 Spero Dr, Murphysboro, IL, United States

    Tired of the same old teaching routines? Blast boredom our of your classroom with Canva, which can help you and your students embark on a creative journey towards impactful learning.

    Emily Flach
    Emily Flach
    Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | Southern Region, Learning Technology Center